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A member asked:
Are there any proven ways to slow myopic progression in children and college students?
9 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Slightly: A big article came out last year which proved a slight slowing of progression in those who took Atropine drops. But the drops have side-effects, and i doubt it's worth it. But yes- there definitely was a slight slowing.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Not really: There is not yet enough convincing evidence to support intervention to slow down the progression of myopia (near-sightedness).
Answered 10/3/2016
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Yes Atropine drops: Atropine eyedrops have a proven record of reducing the progression of myopia. See an ophthalmologist.
Answered 6/24/2014
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